S01 12FPC124Q0009 Questions and Answers 6 MAR 24.pdf

Ques�ons & Answers

12FPC124Q0009

6 MAR 24

Q: Will contractors be allowed to inspect the parcels of land before submi�ng a bid?

A: Yes they can look at them 1st on site. We recently had the landowners submit something in wri�ng that the contractors can look at them in person on site.

Q: Are all 10 parcels located near each other? Regardless of their proximity, could you please provide their addresses?

A: There is a map in the packet that shows the general loca�ons for the en�re County, so that should give the contractor the answer they wanted on how far apart they are. The township and sec�on, along with adjacent or neighboring roads, is listed on the individual map of each parcel. Not all the sites will have a physical address as there isn’t a structure on all of these sites.

Q: Incumbent Contractor: If applicable, could you please share the name of the company currently holding the contract?

A: There is not someone currently doing work on these parcels. This is a new contract. So there isn’t a previous contractor, a previous contract number, or a previous value.

Q: Contract Number: What is the contract number for the exis�ng or previous tree removal work on these easements?

A: There is not someone currently doing work on these parcels. This is a new contract. So there isn’t a previous contractor, a previous contract number, or a previous value.

Q: Contract Value: Could you provide the total value of the current or previous contract?

A: There is not someone currently doing work on these parcels. This is a new contract. So there isn’t a previous contractor, a previous contract number, or a previous value.

Q: We would like to know if this is a brand new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services.

A: There is not someone currently doing work on these parcels. This is a new contract. So there isn’t a previous contractor, a previous contract number, or a previous value.

Q: If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number?

A: There is not someone currently doing work on these parcels. This is a new contract. So there isn’t a previous contractor, a previous contract number, or a previous value.

Q: Will there be a site visit for the solicita�on in the subject line?

A: There is no scheduled site visit. You can go visit each of the sites to complete your bid.

Q: Access: What is the accessibility of the sites? Are there any restric�ons or obstacles that could affect the work such as power lines, buildings, or water bodies?

A: All sites are accessible by a vehicle. There should be no issue with ge�ng equipment on site. Sites are accessible either via an approach off a road or via a field road.

Q: Equipment: What specific equipment is allowed or recommended for use on the sites? Are there any restric�ons on the types of machinery that can be used?

A: Equipment typically consists of a large skid steer with a forestry or fecon head or equivalent to grind up trees. That type of implement should be large enough to tackle 95% or more of the woody species on easement. Heavier equipment may be used as the contractor sees fit, however larger equipment may cause issues with maintaining the exis�ng herbaceous vegeta�on on easement. Contractor is responsible for repairing damage to the easement.

Q: Disposal: What are the requirements for the disposal of the cut trees and brush? Is there a designated area for disposal, or will the waste need to be transported off-site?

A: Disposal is generally taken care of by using a fecon type head – trees are chipped in place as part of the cu�ng opera�on. In instances where different equipment will be used and the trees will be sheared and piled, trees must be either burned or removed from the site. Disposal, regardless of method chosen, is the responsibility of the contractor.

Q: Herbicides: The document men�ons the use of a herbicide (Triclopyr or equivalent). Will the contractor be responsible for sourcing this, or will it be provided?

A: Contractor is responsible for sourcing the chemical.

Q: Re-seeding: The contractor is responsible for re-seeding any surface vegeta�on destroyed during the brush control process. What specific species of plants are required for the re-seeding?

A: Big Bluestem @ 3#/ac, Side oats Grama @ 5# ac, Switchgrass @ 2#/ac, Western wheatgrass @ 7#/ac & Canada Wildrye @ 7#/ac. All seed is listed in PLS. Seed must be broadcast and drug or drilled.

Q: Permits: Are there any specific permits required to perform the work? If so, who is responsible for obtaining these permits?

A: No permits are required for cu�ng trees. If stumpage is going to be piled and burned a burning permit will be required and is the responsibility of the contractor.

Q: Safety Measures: What specific safety measures or precau�ons are required during the execu�on of the project?

A: Work site safety is governed by OSHA rules and is the responsibility of the contractor.

Q: Tree Sizes: What are the sizes (height and diameter) of the trees to be removed? The size of the trees can significantly impact the �me, equipment, and methods needed for removal.

A: Tree size & density is highly variable on the sites. On site appraisal of the work to be completed is required to provide an accurate bid.

Q: Loca�on Addresses: What are the specific addresses of each loca�on? This informa�on is crucial for es�ma�ng travel and transporta�on costs.

A: All sites are within 25 miles of the city of Glenwood, MN. Specific Townships and Sec�ons are listed on the maps for each project. All 10 sites are located on the 1st map in the packet to show rela�ve distance from each other. Individual sec�ons are shown in blue- each sec�on is 1 square mile.